Transaxle Support Insulator - 2.5L: Installation

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Clean the transaxle support insulator frame bolts using a wire brush and apply new threadlock to the threads.
Position the transaxle support insulator in place and install the upper 2 transaxle support insulator bolts.
- Tighten to 62 Nm (46 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 1: Locating Transaxle Support Insulator Bolts
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the lower 2 transaxle support insulator bolts.
- Tighten to 62 Nm (46 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 2: Locating Transaxle Insulator-To-Frame Bolts (Lower Side)
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Position the LH front structure-to-subframe splash shield in place and install the 6 pin-type retainers.

Fig 3: Locating LH Front Structure-To-Subframe Splash Shield
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Position the LH splash shield in place and install the 4 screws.

Fig 4: Locating LH Fender Splash Shield Screws
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Position the BJB and bracket in place and install the 2 bolts and the nut.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  
  Fig 5: Locating BJB Bolts And Nut
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Install the electrical connector bracket on the BJB.

Fig 6: Locating Battery Junction Box Electrical Connector Bracket
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Connect the wiring harness retainer on the LH shock tower.

Fig 7: Locating LH Shock Tower Wiring Harness Retainer
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Position the wiring harness in place and install the retainer on the transaxle support insulator.

Fig 8: Locating Transaxle Support Insulator
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Install the through bolt.
- Tighten to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 9: Locating Transaxle Support Insulator Through Bolt
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the Engine Support Bar.

Fig 10: Supporting Engine Using Engine Support Bar
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Install the battery and battery tray. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
Install the ACL and the outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION AND FILTERING - 2.5L .